Tooth decay is the main cause of toothaches for most children and adults.
Bacteria present in your mouth thrive on the sugars and starches in the food you eat. These bacteria form plaque that sticks to the surface of your teeth.
Acids produced by the bacteria in plaque can eat through the hard, white coating on the teeth enamel, creating a cavity.
The first symptoms of decay may be pain when eating something sweet, very cold or very hot. Sometimes, decay will show as a brown or white spot on the tooth.
The longer you let the pain go untreated, the more damage may be done. See your Wodonga & Albury dentist if you have any doubts about your tooth pain.
A toothache should be assessed by a dentist if:
Call your Wodonga & Albury dentist—don’t wait if you’re experiencing pain or other concerning symptoms—the longer you wait, the worse the problem may become.
Same-Day Dental Emergency Appointment Available in Wodonga & Albury
For effective toothache treatment in Wodonga & Albury call your local Wodonga dentist here at Prime Care Dental.
For dental emergencies in the Wodonga & Albury area, call us on (02) 6024 1516 or request your appointment online.
We are located at 340 Beechworth Road in Wodonga & Albury.
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